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Paris Catacombs Tour & Tickets

Eerie, surreal & fascinating — the Paris Catacombs is an ossuary that comprises the remains of millions of Parisians, all arranged in remarkable patterns and designs. Embark on a morbid yet once-in-a-lifetime Paris Catacombs tour and with a knowledgeable guide, discover all its secrets.

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09:45 AM - 08:30 PM

Recommended duration

2 hours

Paris Catacombs Tour & Tickets
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  • Explore 2km of underground tunnels that house the remains of over 6 million Parisians with entrance tickets to the 'world's largest graveyard', the Catacombs.

  • Gain knowledge about Paris's past, from the quarrying of limestone in the 13th century to Louis XVI's creative solution to the issue of cemetery overcrowding from an audio guide available in 4 languages.

  • Take in the eerie ambiance of the Catacombs, which is outfitted with distinctly spooky artwork and remarkably diverse architecture from the city above.

  • Upgrade your experience to enjoy a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise, a contrast to the mysterious underground exploration of Paris.

  • Did you know? It took over 12 long years to relocate the remains of 6 million bodies to their final resting place in the catacombs.

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  • Explore 2km of underground tunnels that house the remains of over 6 million Parisians with entrance tickets to the 'world's largest graveyard', the Catacombs.

  • Gain knowledge about Paris's past, from the quarrying of limestone in the 13th century to Louis XVI's creative solution to the issue of cemetery overcrowding from an audio guide available in 4 languages.

  • Take in the eerie ambiance of the Catacombs, which is outfitted with distinctly spooky artwork and remarkably diverse architecture from the city above.

  • Upgrade your experience to enjoy a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise, a contrast to the mysterious underground exploration of Paris.

  • Did you know? It took over 12 long years to relocate the remains of 6 million bodies to their final resting place in the catacombs.

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Tourists exploring the Paris Catacombs, a unique underground attraction, before embarking on a Seine River cruise tour
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  • Explore the catacombs, the world's largest underground ossuary dating back to the 18th century, and learn more with your audio guide.

  • Discover the audacious plan of city planners from the 18th century who relocated 6 million souls to these tunnels and crafted a unique underground city.

  • Witness Paris's top attractions in 1 hour on a Seine River cruise, Catch sight of the dazzling Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and more.

  • Get a multilingual audio guide to know more about Notre Dame and other sights and choose from various departure times with your flexible ticket.

  • Fun fact: Even though it’s illegal to access parts of the catacombs other than the site open to visitors, there’s a group of urban explorers called “Cataphiles” who navigate the tunnels secretly.

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  • Explore the catacombs, the world's largest underground ossuary dating back to the 18th century, and learn more with your audio guide.

  • Discover the audacious plan of city planners from the 18th century who relocated 6 million souls to these tunnels and crafted a unique underground city.

  • Witness Paris's top attractions in 1 hour on a Seine River cruise, Catch sight of the dazzling Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and more.

  • Get a multilingual audio guide to know more about Notre Dame and other sights and choose from various departure times with your flexible ticket.

  • Fun fact: Even though it’s illegal to access parts of the catacombs other than the site open to visitors, there’s a group of urban explorers called “Cataphiles” who navigate the tunnels secretly.

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€45
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  • Get exclusive skip-the-line access to the Paris Catacombs in this tour accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Enter areas of the Catacombs that are often off-limits to the public, such as a little chapel that served as a venue for religious events or a collection of stone carvings made by a quarryman.

  • Experience the eerie ambiance of the world's largest grave, adorned with unique macabre artwork and architecture that starkly contrasts the city above.

  • Gain a deeper understanding of Paris' past, from limestone mining in the 13th century to the unconventional solution Louis XVI found for overcrowded cemeteries.

  • Did you know? During World War II, the French Resistance retreated underground and had meetings to plan their attacks against the Germans.

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  • Get exclusive skip-the-line access to the Paris Catacombs in this tour accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Enter areas of the Catacombs that are often off-limits to the public, such as a little chapel that served as a venue for religious events or a collection of stone carvings made by a quarryman.

  • Experience the eerie ambiance of the world's largest grave, adorned with unique macabre artwork and architecture that starkly contrasts the city above.

  • Gain a deeper understanding of Paris' past, from limestone mining in the 13th century to the unconventional solution Louis XVI found for overcrowded cemeteries.

  • Did you know? During World War II, the French Resistance retreated underground and had meetings to plan their attacks against the Germans.

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€119
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  • Sightseeing in Paris, Parisian style! Board a comfy cruise with audio guides, sailing through the heart of the city, floating by icons like Notre Dame.

  • Add more fun to your cart with full-day access to Disneyland® Park or Walt Disney Studios® Park. Perfect for kids and Marvel fans!

  • Or take the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower! With an expert guide by your side, you’ll learn all the secrets of the Iron Lady.

  • Opt for the Louvre entry ticket and cross the world’s largest art museum off your bucket list. Enjoy access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions.

  • Fun fact: The banks of Seine River are a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a fascinating glimpse into the city's evolution over time.

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  • Sightseeing in Paris, Parisian style! Board a comfy cruise with audio guides, sailing through the heart of the city, floating by icons like Notre Dame.

  • Add more fun to your cart with full-day access to Disneyland® Park or Walt Disney Studios® Park. Perfect for kids and Marvel fans!

  • Or take the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower! With an expert guide by your side, you’ll learn all the secrets of the Iron Lady.

  • Opt for the Louvre entry ticket and cross the world’s largest art museum off your bucket list. Enjoy access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions.

  • Fun fact: The banks of Seine River are a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering a fascinating glimpse into the city's evolution over time.

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  • Ascend the Arc de Triomphe for panoramic views of Paris's iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and bustling cityscape.

  • Discover its rich history and the stories behind its commemorated battles and honored individuals with a multilingual information booklet.

  • Skip the notorious queues at Paris Catacombs and descend 65 feet underground to explore over a mile of tunnels.

  • Make use of the audio guide in English, French, German, and Spanish to delve into the history of the millions buried in the Paris Catacombs.

  • Fun fact: During World War II, the French Resistance used the Catacombs as a base, utilizing its secret entrances and tunnels.

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  • Ascend the Arc de Triomphe for panoramic views of Paris's iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and bustling cityscape.

  • Discover its rich history and the stories behind its commemorated battles and honored individuals with a multilingual information booklet.

  • Skip the notorious queues at Paris Catacombs and descend 65 feet underground to explore over a mile of tunnels.

  • Make use of the audio guide in English, French, German, and Spanish to delve into the history of the millions buried in the Paris Catacombs.

  • Fun fact: During World War II, the French Resistance used the Catacombs as a base, utilizing its secret entrances and tunnels.

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  • Stand out from the crowd with exclusive access to hidden sections, revealing peculiar sculptures made of human remains.

  • Wave goodbye to long queues with this skip-the-line ticket, propelling you straight into the heart of Paris's underground world as you embark on a guided tour.

  • Relish in the richness of your tour, enhanced with access to a once-active chapel to stone carvings by a quarryman.

  • Fun fact: The Catacombs were once a series of abandoned quarries, posing a threat to swallow entire blocks before they were ingeniously repurposed.

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  • Stand out from the crowd with exclusive access to hidden sections, revealing peculiar sculptures made of human remains.

  • Wave goodbye to long queues with this skip-the-line ticket, propelling you straight into the heart of Paris's underground world as you embark on a guided tour.

  • Relish in the richness of your tour, enhanced with access to a once-active chapel to stone carvings by a quarryman.

  • Fun fact: The Catacombs were once a series of abandoned quarries, posing a threat to swallow entire blocks before they were ingeniously repurposed.

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  • Delve into a crucial part of the city’s history as you wander through 2km long underground tunnels, the Catacombs, containing 6 million Parisians’ remains.

  • From your audio guide available in 4 languages, get to know how the skulls and femurs were artfully organized and more such tidbits.

  • Fall in step with a local guide and start your walking tour at Boulevard du Montparnasse, a former favorite of artists and literary artists in Paris.

  • Visit the iconic years-old brothel, Sphinx as well as The Monocle a women-only nightclub, and the street dedicated to the life and work of Josephine Baker.

  • Fun fact: It may be difficult to believe that the tunnels of the catacombs were once used to grow Paris button mushrooms.

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  • Delve into a crucial part of the city’s history as you wander through 2km long underground tunnels, the Catacombs, containing 6 million Parisians’ remains.

  • From your audio guide available in 4 languages, get to know how the skulls and femurs were artfully organized and more such tidbits.

  • Fall in step with a local guide and start your walking tour at Boulevard du Montparnasse, a former favorite of artists and literary artists in Paris.

  • Visit the iconic years-old brothel, Sphinx as well as The Monocle a women-only nightclub, and the street dedicated to the life and work of Josephine Baker.

  • Fun fact: It may be difficult to believe that the tunnels of the catacombs were once used to grow Paris button mushrooms.

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Catacombs of Paris
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  • Skip the long lines and head straight into the fascinating tunnel complex beneath Paris

  • Learn about the history of the Catacombs from an expert English-speaking tour guide

  • Get access to some of the restricted areas in the Catacombs

  • Choose between a semi-private tour of 6 people/group (1:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm) and a guided tour of 19 people/group (available at 12:30pm & 5pm).

  • you will have enough breathing space to explore the Catacombs with your guide.

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  • Skip the long lines and head straight into the fascinating tunnel complex beneath Paris

  • Learn about the history of the Catacombs from an expert English-speaking tour guide

  • Get access to some of the restricted areas in the Catacombs

  • Choose between a semi-private tour of 6 people/group (1:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm) and a guided tour of 19 people/group (available at 12:30pm & 5pm).

  • you will have enough breathing space to explore the Catacombs with your guide.

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About Catacombs of Paris

Immerse yourself in the intriguing history of the Paris Catacombs, an underground ossuary holding over six million remains. Dating back to the late 18th century, these tunnels, initially a solution to overcrowded cemeteries, now form a vast 300-kilometre maze. Explore the captivating underground labyrinth that has inspired art and literature, including Milan Kundera's "The Unbearable Lightness of Being." Don't miss this unique journey—purchase your tickets now for an unforgettable experience beneath the streets of Paris!

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Address
1 Av. du Colonel Henri Rol-Tanguy, 75014 Paris, France
Also known as
Paris Municipal Ossuary
Year opened
1809
Founded by
Charles-Axel Guillaumot
Visitors per year
600000
Expected wait time - Standard
2+ hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
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Matthew Lawrence
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Matthew

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Very interesting and Macabre experience. Though the staff weren't all that friendly or helpful or cheerful come to that. But the Catacombs were very well set up and it was astonishing to see so many dead people's bones on display.
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Russell Day
CA

Russell

5/5
Canada
The attraction was amazing, well-thought out and a chilling historical education. Thank you! It was super easy to book, the people at the entrance guiding us in were friendly and accommodating. All around a fantastic time! I'd definitely recommend this to all!
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Wolfgang Petry

Wolfgang

5/5
The visit to the catacombs of Paris was once again a great experience. The audio guide was very helpful and provided lots of interesting information about the history.
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Joy Anne Franks
CA

Joy

4/5
Canada
Our guide Leo was so excited and knowledgable about the catacombs! We were very engaged in the many stories and history of the catacombs and surrounding area. The use of photos on the guide's phone really helped to tie everything together. My only complaint is that Leo arrived about 15 minutes late to the meeting point. After that, everything moved along well.
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Jim L

Jim

5/5
.It is not for everyone as the space is not very tall (5'10" max probably without ducking). There are 120+ stairs to go down and 80+ to come up, both of which are spiral and small. We enjoyed learning much more about Paris history in this underground world.
Paris Catacombs Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Access to Special Areas
Thomas Flegler

Thomas

5/5
It was a great tour with a FANTASTIC host! Lots of fun info. Her accent wasn’t too strong that native English speakers would have any difficulties understanding. Her interest and passion for the Catacombs was easy to see which made for a better experience. The only issue I have is the booking processs. Rather than start out an email with “we cannot fit you at the 5 PM time...” say “we rescheduled you to the 4:45 PM time.” 15 minutes really won’t make a difference to most people. I missed the second part of the email where you reordered to reschedule us 15 minutes earlier until he next day. I was SO upset and bummed out! But when I saw that it was still an option to go (just 15 minutes earlier) I was elated! Try rescheduling people for minor time changes with the option to cancel rather than telling them “too bad, it’s overbooked” to begin with. Again, FANTASTIC tour and host! I cannot day enough great things about our host! She’s worth every penny and more.
Paris Catacombs: Small Group Priority Access Guided Tour
Belinda Sayles

Belinda

5/5
While it was great, it did get a little chilly in the evening. And I wasn't prepared to face the slush on the ground as well. Wear your best gumboots so that it doesn't dampen your mood along with your feet! Other then that the tour was brilliantly put together, we had enough time to roam about and ask questions in case we had any.
Paris Catacombs: Small Group Priority Access Guided Tour
William Timothy Schaiff
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William

5/5
United States
The guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the catacombs. Being a small group made it easy for everyone to hear and ask questions. We also we let into areas not open to general tours which made it even more special. We absolutely loved the tour.
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